Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Mets News: Bullpen Notes - Valverde, Black, Germen, Farnsworth

Mets News: Bullpen Notes - Valverde, Black, Germen

Once penciled in as the primary set-up man for Bobby Parnell, Vic Black instead was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas on Wednesday morning. That appears good news for Gonzalez Germen's chances of making the Opening Day roster.

Black, acquired Aug. 29 from the Pittsburgh Pirates in the trade for Marlon Byrd and John Buck, allowed 13 hits and 10 walks in 9 1/3 Grapefruit League innings. He had a 5.79 ERA in 10 appearances.

The Mets also made if official, adding Jose Valverde to the 40-man roster Wednesday.